The 1971 Topps issue is legendary for its condition-sensitivity the cards' black borders chipping with the barest touch. The result of this fragility is that high-grade examples are extremely expensive and in high demand. An ancillary result is that cards that exhibit very minor wear are much more pronounced due to the chipping issue. Often a card that would receive a 7 or 7.5 with a white border is relegated to a much lower grade in 1971 Topps. Thus is the case with this card of Pirates Hall of Fame right fielder Roberto Clemente. Graded EX/NM+ 82 by SGC the card is extremely well centered with strong photo quality and bold dark borders - except right around the edges which have begun chipping and showing the white color underneath the dark borders. Still a fantastic card of the highly collectible superstar a significant value for its overall eye appeal.